EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative Gina Hinojosa said she will visit El Paso Aug. 31 ahead of the November election. She’s running for Texas Governor against the incumbent Republican Greg Abbott. At 10 a.m., Rep. Hinojosa will hold a press conference on data centers, her campaign team said. It did not share
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Transportation Commission approved a transportation program that included a projected investment of $138 billion. The program includes funding for the Montana Avenue project, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. The 2027 Unified Transportation Program (UTP) includes $95 billion for projects across the state over the next 10
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission said it closed an investigation involving the Hope and Anchor bar in West El Paso. The investigation started after a 19-year-old driver allegedly drank at the bar before a deadly crash in April. TABC said the investigation closed in July due to a “lack of
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(KVIA) — Federal immigration officers released a San Diego Padres’ staffer after Border Patrol arrested him at the El Paso International Airport last week. The Department of Homeland Security alleged 34-year-old Oswaldo Jose Pirela Dominguez, the team’s minor league catching coordinator, was staying in the U.S. illegally. “He entered the country legally but violated the
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SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — Parents and guardians can get a car seat inspection and installation help Saturday at the Sunland Park Sports Complex. The New Mexico Department of Transportation said inspections are free and don’t require an appointment. They will be first-come, first-served at 4700 McNutt Rd. The fitting station will open at 9
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For one California transplant, Round Table Pizza’s arrival in El Paso is serving up more than just a meal—it’s bringing back memories of home. “If you’ve grown up in California or if you’ve lived in California, you know, Round Table Pizza,” Papool said. Papool said the restaurant was a familiar
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dolly Parton has made an impact with her music and philanthropy. For one El Paso radio station, an interview with the superstar served as a reminder of Parton’s good character. Parton’s family announced her death Tuesday. She was 80 years old. KLAQ Director of Content Kevin Vargas said he interviewed
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UPDATE (Aug. 25, 2026): According to court documents, Doctor Bradley is now allowed to travel and reside outside of the U.S. He’s also been granted a $50,000 appearance bond. A judge also allowed both the state and Deshawndre Washington to make one public statement to correct any incorrect or misleading information published about his failure
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CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico (KVIA) — A fire burned around 80 junk vehicles in Juarez, according to the city. In a news release, the city of Juarez said a fire burned at a junkyard off Casas Grandes highway at the intersection with De las Alturas. The junkyard is also known as “El Forcito.” It happened between
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HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — A 20-year-old man has been charged with sexual assault, according to the Horizon City Police Department. According to an arrest affidavit ABC-7 obtained, Jonathan Ontiveros allegedly sexually assaulted a woman on Aug. 17. Documents said Ontiveros met the woman while she was working on Aug. 6. The two exchanged phone
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UPDATE (Aug. 25, 2026): Wyatt Cornelius will remain in custody. The district attorney’s office said a judge denied a motion to reconsider during an Aug. 24 hearing. The court determined the motion wasn’t warranted based on the presented circumstances. He remains in custody without bond. His first trial is scheduled for Nov. 9-12. LAS CRUCES,
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A 24-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting two juveniles in Las Cruces. One of the teens had to be airlifted to El Paso for treatment, according to documents ABC-7 obtained. According to jail records, Anissa Danae Vigil faces the following charges: Kidnapping (felony) Two counts of imprisonment
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-United Way of El Paso County and the Paso del Norte Health Foundation are partnering to strengthen the nonprofit sector and establish more robust boards across the Paso del Norte area. The training series offered by the PDN board is intended for the purpose of developing nonprofit leaders as well as the
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ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KVIA) — A water valve replacement may temporarily cause a water outage on 10th Street in Alamogordo Thursday. The city said the outage may occur Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, traffic control will be in place. The eastbound outside right lane of 10th Street between Jefferson Avenue and Madison Avenue
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A crash left one person hospitalized with serious injuries, the El Paso Fire Department said Monday. It happened on the Loop 375 at San Marcial near the Chamizal. El Paso police said it happened just before 5 p.m. The crash led to all westbound lanes on Loop 375 in the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County leaders are exploring ways to expand holiday time off for county employees to combat workplace burnout, retain staff and boost overall productivity. During a Commissioners Court meeting Monday, human resources presented several proposed holiday schedule adjustments based on staff research. According to county HR data, county employees
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — After over 40 years into his time as the Las Cruces High School Volleyball coach, Keith Leupold is still winning. He hasn’t lost a game since 2023. In that time, the Bulldawgs have won three consecutive state championships in 2023, 2024, and 2025 — with the last two capping perfect
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SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — A hearing officer appointed by the New Mexico Environment Department to oversee the Project Jupiter data center air permit hearing recused himself, according to the New Mexico Environmental Law Center. Project Jupiter is under construction in Santa Teresa. The NMED said a hearing officer conducts permitting, adjudicatory and other hearings
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SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — Sunday, the New Mexico Supreme Court unanimously paused an air permit proceeding and water use from a new well for the Project Jupiter data center in Santa Teresa. Documents said the court granted a stay in an Oct. 23, 2025, emergency drilling authorization permitting water use from a new well
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A 35-year-old man received a 23-year prison sentence for the shooting death of a Las Cruces Public Schools bus driver, the Third Judicial District Attorney said Monday. A jury found Pancho Garcia guilty of second-degree murder in April. It happened on West Picacho Avenue. Investigators learned Garcia stayed at a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Residents may see an increased law enforcement and emergency vehicle presence in the Cielo Vista Mall Tuesday morning. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said from 4-7 a.m., it will conduct a training exercise. “This is a planned training exercise, and there is no threat to the public,” EPCSO said.
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OTERO COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) — The Otero County Sheriff’s Office is helping with an investigation into an infant’s death, it said Monday. On Aug. 21, a mother told 911 her newborn child was unresponsive, the sheriff’s office said. The Tularosa Basin Regional Dispatch Authority received the call. The mother’s partner performed CPR while first responders
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday, the City of El Paso said international bridge toll rates will change for commercial vehicles at some ports of entry starting Sept. 1. According to a Facebook post the city made, new toll rates for commercial vehicles will take effect at these bridges: Ysleta-Zaragoza Stanton-Lerdo Paso Del Norte Pre-paid
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners approved the county Hospital District’s 2027 fiscal year budget and tax rate Monday. “We are proud to have proposed and had approved a $2.1 billion budget and tax rate of $0.236904, which is less compared to the 2026 property tax rate of $0.240892 – a decrease
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Pursuits along Texas highways can become dangerous for everyone involved. In border communities, they are a common sight. Many have resulted in serious crashes and even death. The Texas Department of Public Safety has been using technology known as the Grappler System to help prevent and stop pursuits altogether for
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two people were hospitalized after a crash in Northeast El Paso Monday, according to the El Paso Fire Department. The El Paso Independent School District said the crash involved a district police officer. See the moment the crash happened in the video above. The Fire Department said it happened just
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Restaurants across Texas are facing higher costs for food, labor, insurance, utilities and payment processing, according to the Texas Restaurant Association’s second-quarter 2026 Economics Report. Raul Gonzalez, co-owner and executive chef of Starlite Gastropub, says higher gas and grocery costs are leaving El Pasoans with less money to spend on
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By Catherine Bouvet Army Sgt. Hedar Leonel Turcios Juarez woke up to a gut-wrenching call at 3:40 a.m. Tuesday: Cristy Maryori Villafranca Trejo, his wife and the mother to their 6-year-old daughter, was aboard a plane about to be deported to Honduras. Turcios told ABC News that he scrambled to stop it. He stayed on
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sunday night, two El Pasoans took home the 2026 Miss El Paso USA and Miss El Paso Teen USA titles. Laura’s Productions hosted the final part of the pageant at Bowie High School’s Fine Arts building. Lauren Elizabeth Hernandez won the 2026 Miss El Paso USA title. Victoria Benitez won
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPCSO) says that 40-year-old Edgar Amaya is facing a charge of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) after a crash that left one person with serious injuries. Officials say deputies with the sheriff’s office were called out Saturday, August 22, around to 1:48 a.m. to the 900
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